1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1966 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG MGA weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Familia | MGA |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2390 mm |
